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Anganwadi Assistant

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Anganwadi Assistant administered by NWDA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NWDA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Additional Directors Or Coordinators	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Additional District Commissioner	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Additional District Magistrate Dev Darjeeling	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Anganwadi Helper	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NWDA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
GEM Bid for Catering Service Event Based GEM Bid GEM 2026 B 7227179 Date Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Customized Amc Cmc for Pre Owned Products Computerized Ect Mach Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Financial Advisory Services Offsite Tax Advisory Vide Bid Ge Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bidding 8308887 1 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Anganwadi Assistant?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NWDA Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain nwda.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NWDA recruitment portal, click on the registration link, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal details, email, and mobile number.

Log in using the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience, and choosing preferred examination centers.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including the matriculation certificate, category certificate, passport-sized photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format.

Pay the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the final application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly check the portal for the release of the admit card prior to the examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Anganwadi Assistant is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT)	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General English, and General Awareness including current affairs and basic computer knowledge.
Stage 2: Skill and Domain Proficiency Test	Qualifying Nature, 60 Minutes	Basic child development, nutrition, community health, sanitation, record keeping, and interpersonal communication skills relevant to Anganwadi operations.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Verification of original academic certificates, identity proofs, category certificates, and a comprehensive medical fitness examination by an authorized government medical board.
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Allocation	Based on CBT Scores	Compilation of the final merit list based on CBT marks, subject to qualifying the skill test, document verification, and medical fitness standards.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Anganwadi Assistant post under the NWDA Authority is classified under Level 1 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay for this cadre is established at Rupees 18,000 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53%, candidates receive Rupees 9,540 as DA. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city category: Class X cities receive 30% (Rupees 5,400), Class Y cities receive 20% (Rupees 3,600), and Class Z cities receive 10% (Rupees 1,800). Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rupees 1,350 plus DA on TA is provided. Consequently, the gross monthly salary for a Class Y city amounts to approximately Rupees 33,200. After mandatory deductions of 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rupees 2,754, along with CGHS and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary ranges between Rupees 29,500 and Rupees 30,500.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, this recruitment implements a strict reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central mandates, women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are fully exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equitable access and representation across all cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Anganwadi Assistant

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the CBT?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual selection depends on the relative merit list.

Will there be normalization of marks in the examination?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equi-percentile normalization method will be applied to ensure fairness across different difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or indemnity bond for this post?

No, there is no mandatory service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before being confirmed into permanent service.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The selected candidates will undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and attendance will be closely monitored and evaluated.

Can candidates from states other than where the vacancy exists apply?

Yes, being a central autonomous body recruitment, citizens from all Indian states are eligible to apply, provided they meet the specified educational and age criteria.

Where will the final posting of the selected candidates be?

Selected candidates will be posted at various regional offices, field units, or community centers managed by the NWDA Authority across India, based on vacancy availability.